Find out about our collecting priorities and areas of focus as we build a rich and diverse collection of all things Australian.

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Learn about the history, struggles and triumphs of women in their fight for the right to vote. Reflect on how women's suffrage movement shaped democratic societies and influences political advocacy today.

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Explore the evolution of feminist movements in contemporary Australia. Consider the impact and progress made, and challenges that remain in achieving gender equality through analysis of key feminist movements, figures and topics.

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Explore how Second Wave feminism and social changes in the 20th century reshaped women’s rights, roles, and aspirations in society.

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Explore the contributions of key Australian feminists who shaped the fight for women's rights and reflect on their lasting impact on feminism today.

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Examine the evolving roles women took on during the First and Second World Wars and how they impacted on women's labours, gender expectations and women's rights in Australia.

Join author Kate Fitz-Gibbon for a book signing event marking the release of her work Our National Crisis: Violence Against Women & Children.

Learn about the Prepublication Data Service application process for publications of notated music.

Get your upcoming publication listed in the National Library's catalogue, Trove and Libraries Australia.

Rare instruments, a creative love story and celebrating dogs – there really is something for everyone at the Library this month!